Cheesy Bacon & Veggie Rice Slice

Easy Family Meal | Great for Lunchboxes & Meal Prep

This comforting rice slice is golden, cheesy, and packed with flavor. It’s a fantastic way to use leftover rice and sneak veggies into a meal everyone loves. Serve it warm for dinner or cold in lunchboxes—it’s delicious either way!

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown, cooled)
• 6 bacon rashers, chopped
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (corn, peas, carrot, capsicum, or zucchini)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• ¼ cup self-raising flour (or plain flour + ½ tsp baking powder)
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika (optional)
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley or spring onion (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a baking dish (approx. 20×30 cm / 8×12 in).
2. Cook the Bacon & Veggies
   Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
   Fry bacon until lightly crispy.
   Add onion and vegetables and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
3. Mix the Base
   In a large bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
   Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Combine Everything
   Add cooked rice, bacon & veggie mixture, and cheese.
   Mix until evenly combined.
5. Bake
   Pour mixture into prepared dish and smooth the top.
   Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and set in the center.
6. Cool & Slice
   Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley or spring onion if desired.

✨ Why This Recipe Works

• Uses simple pantry ingredients
• Great way to use leftover rice
• Kid-approved flavors
• Freezer-friendly & meal-prep ready
• Delicious hot or cold

🔄 Easy Variations

• No bacon: Swap with mushrooms or extra veggies
• Protein boost: Add shredded chicken or ham
• Extra cheesy: Sprinkle cheese on top before baking
• Spicy: Add chili flakes or diced jalapeños
• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free flour

🧮 Nutrition Information (Approx. Per Slice – 1 of 8)

(May vary by ingredients used)

• Calories: 220–250 kcal
• Protein: 10–12 g
• Carbohydrates: 18–22 g
• Fat: 12–14 g
• Fiber: 2–3 g
• Calcium: Good source

 Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
✔️ Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I freeze it?
✔️ Absolutely. Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 2 months.

Q: Is this good for lunchboxes?
✔️ Perfect! Tastes great cold or at room temperature.

Q: Can I use microwave rice?
✔️ Yes—just make sure it’s cooled and not too wet.

Q: How do I know it’s fully cooked?
✔️ The center should feel firm and a knife inserted should come out clean.

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